Panthers
David Walker
#51Outside linebacker
David Walker wears number 51 for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- Status
- Active
- Height
- 6-2
- Weight
- 260 lbs
- Age
- 26
- Experience
- 2 yrs
- College
- Central Arkansas
- Draft
- 2025: Rd 4, Pk 121 (TB)
A 26-year-old outside linebacker out of Central Arkansas, David is in his 3rd NFL season.
2026 season
| Season | Team | GP | TOT | SOLO | AST | SACK | FF | FR | YDS | INT | YDS | AVG | TD | LNG | PD | STF | STFYDS | KB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 6 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career stats by season
| Season | Team | GP | TOT | SOLO | AST | SACK | FF | FR | YDS | INT | YDS | AVG | TD | LNG | PD | STF | STFYDS | KB |
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David questions
Who wears number 51 for the Buccaneers?
David Walker wears number 51 for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He plays outside linebacker, with the team since 2026.
Is David Walker a starter?
No, he is OLB3 behind Yaya Diaby.
What position does David Walker play?
David Walker plays outside linebacker. He backs up Yaya Diaby at OLB.
How tall is David Walker?
David Walker is 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) tall.
How old is David Walker?
David Walker is 26 years old.
Is David Walker playing Week 7 at the Carolina Panthers?
David Walker carries no game designation and is expected to be available Week 7 at the Carolina Panthers.
Where did David Walker play college football?
David Walker played at Central Arkansas. He entered the NFL in the 2025: Rd 4, Pk 121 (TB).
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